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Junior Consultant

Aequitas Consulting is an award-winning international political and communications consultancy headquartered in London. We believe in the power of words and ideas to transform lives and work with visionary leaders around the world.

We are seeking a junior consultant to provide day-to-day research support on a range of client accounts and to manage client projects as part of our growing team.

Develop an understanding of client issues through research and monitoring of relevant issues, the media and international policy debates.

Business Development

Support with research, analysis and the development of proposals for new business leads;

Contribute to development of new business database and lead identification;

Remain up to date with policy and news updates that may affect the company.

Office Administration

Support the business manager with administrative tasks including preparation, note-taking and minutes of team meetings;

Answer office telephones and act as first point of call for incoming enquiries.

Person Specification

Essential

Undergraduate degree in International Relations, Development Studies, African studies or similar;

Proven experience working in a fast-paced, office environment;

Excellent research and written skills;

Demonstrable interest in current affairs, public policy and international politics;

Desire to be part of a small but growing team and take the lead on new tasks;

Knowledge and experience of MS Office;

Proactive, can-do attitude;

Excellent organisational skills;

Punctuality and professionalism.

Desirable

Experience working in African markets with development and/or related political issues

Ability to project manage;

Previous engagement with/understanding of the media;

Experience working in a consulting environment.

To Apply

Qualified applicants should submit a thoughtful cover letter outlining how you meet the person specifications/qualifications, complete with CV by email using the Apply button below. Please quote the reference '50/18/PubAffairs' in your email.